Full-time freelance writer based in Glasgow, Scotland… author of 17 books, three of which are in the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Permanent Collection… former news editor at TeamRock.com… former band manager, drummer and keyboardist… TV and radio presenter… real ale fan.
Martin Kielty
When Tom Morello Became a Stripper to Buy a Hot Tub
Rage Against the Machine guitarist recalls desperate attempt to improve his dating life.
Watch Lost Fan Footage of Led Zeppelin in 1972
Clip from New Zealand show was forgotten for nearly 50 years before archivist added audio.
The Songwriter Dave Grohl Keeps Dropping Into His Songs
Foo Fighters leader says Bob Mould is as important as Tom Petty.
Ozzy Osbourne: Cocaine Became ‘Misery Beyond Belief’
Black Sabbath singer regrets starting to use the drug as the band made ‘Vol. 4.’
Eddie Van Halen Photo Book Coming in June
Tony Iommi writes foreword for souvenir collection by veteran photographer Ross Halfin.
Dave Grohl and Quincy Jones Sign Up to Help Restart Live Music
National Independent Venue Association appoints advisory board to rebuild after coronavirus.
When Dave Grohl Took Grammys to His Daughter’s School
Foo Fighters leader didn't get the result he expected.
This Is Why You Should Listen to Music You Don’t Like
Audio arts professor argues about link between annoying sounds and “underlying natural beauty.”
Steven Wilson Apologizes to Wolfgang Van Halen for Eddie Comments
British musician apologizes, but late guitarist’s son says there’s nothing to say sorry for.
Dave Grohl’s Drum Battle With 10-Year-Old Girl Led to LP Release
Foo Fighters’ ‘Medicine at Midnight’ was given arrival date after online laughs with Nandi Bushell.
Weezer Wish Eddie Van Halen Could Hear Their Tribute Album
‘Van Weezer’ release was postponed by pandemic until after guitarist’s death.
Dave Grohl Shares Recurring Dream About Kurt Cobain
Foo Fighters frontman says Nirvana vision starts with “burst of happiness and joy.”